Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Officials briefed on the Welfare of the Elderly Act
The government held a meeting to teach officials about a law that helps protect older people.
This law, from 2007, is meant to make sure parents are cared for by their children.
If children don't take care of their parents, they could be punished.
Parents can also get back property they gave to their children if they are neglected.
The meeting clarified that only parents can appeal decisions about their care.
The police also have to check on elderly people regularly to make sure they're safe.
They also mentioned that old age homes exist for elderly citizens.
Orientation session held to raise awareness among district officials about the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007.
Children cannot appeal to the Collector against the Maintenance Tribunal's decision, parents can.
Children who abandon their elderly parents can face imprisonment up to three months and a fine.
Elderly parents can reclaim property transferred to their children if neglected.
Police are responsible for ensuring the safety of senior citizens and must visit them every two months.
- Who
- District officials, including the District Revenue Officer (DRO) Seetarama Murthy and Assistant Director of Transgender and Elderly Welfare A.V. Srinivas, attended the meeting.
- What
- An orientation meeting was held to raise awareness of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007.
- When
- The meeting was held on Monday.
- Where
- The meeting took place at the PGRS Hall in the Collectorate in Rajamahendravaram.
- Why
- To educate district officials about the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 and its implications.
Children's Responsibilities
Government Oversight
Parental Care
Children's Responsibilities
Children are responsible for taking care of their parents.
Government Oversight
The article doesn't mention any opposition to children's responsibilities, only outlines the consequences for not fulfilling them.
- Act Name
- Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
- Appeal Right
- Parents
- Maximum Maintenance Claim
- Rs 10,000 per month
- Abandonment Penalty
- Imprisonment up to three months, a fine of Rs 5,000, or both
- Police Responsibility
- Ensuring safety and welfare of senior citizens.